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Thi Yein W, Wang Q, Kim DS. Piezoelectric catalytic driven advanced oxidation process using two-dimensional metal dichalcogenides for wastewater pollutants remediation. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 353:141524. [PMID: 38403122 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Revised: 01/25/2024] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024]
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The public and society have increasingly recognized numerous grave environmental issues, including water pollution, attributed to the rapid expansion of industrialization and agriculture. Renewable energy-driven catalytic advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) represent a green, sustainable, and environmentally friendly approach to meet the demands of environmental remediation. In this context, 2D transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) piezoelectric materials, with their non-centrosymmetric crystal structure, exhibit unique features. They create dipole polarization, inducing a built-in electric field that generates polarized holes and electrons and triggers redox reactions, thereby facilitating the generation of reactive oxygen species for wastewater pollutant remediation. A broad spectrum of 2D TMDCs piezoelectric materials have been explored in self-integrated Fenton-like processes and persulfate activation processes. These materials offer a more simplistic and practical method than traditional approaches. Consequently, this review highlights recent advancements in 2D TMDCs piezoelectric catalysts and their roles in wastewater pollutant remediation through piezocatalytic-driven AOPs, such as Fenton-like processes and sulfate radicals-based oxidation processes.
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- Win Thi Yein
- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Ewha Womans University, New 11-1, Daehyeon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 120-750, Republic of Korea; Department of Industrial Chemistry, University of Yangon, Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Myanmar
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- MIIT Key Laboratory of Critical Materials Technology for New Energy Conversion and Storage, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, 150001, China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Ewha Womans University, New 11-1, Daehyeon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 120-750, Republic of Korea.
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Wu X, Li Y, Wen M, Xie Y, Zeng K, Liu YN, Chen W, Zhao Y. Nanocatalysts for modulating antitumor immunity: fabrication, mechanisms and applications. Chem Soc Rev 2024; 53:2643-2692. [PMID: 38314836 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00673e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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Immunotherapy harnesses the inherent immune system in the body to generate systemic antitumor immunity, offering a promising modality for defending against cancer. However, tumor immunosuppression and evasion seriously restrict the immune response rates in clinical settings. Catalytic nanomedicines can transform tumoral substances/metabolites into therapeutic products in situ, offering unique advantages in antitumor immunotherapy. Through catalytic reactions, both tumor eradication and immune regulation can be simultaneously achieved, favoring the development of systemic antitumor immunity. In recent years, with advancements in catalytic chemistry and nanotechnology, catalytic nanomedicines based on nanozymes, photocatalysts, sonocatalysts, Fenton catalysts, electrocatalysts, piezocatalysts, thermocatalysts and radiocatalysts have been rapidly developed with vast applications in cancer immunotherapy. This review provides an introduction to the fabrication of catalytic nanomedicines with an emphasis on their structures and engineering strategies. Furthermore, the catalytic substrates and state-of-the-art applications of nanocatalysts in cancer immunotherapy have also been outlined and discussed. The relationships between nanostructures and immune regulating performance of catalytic nanomedicines are highlighted to provide a deep understanding of their working mechanisms in the tumor microenvironment. Finally, the challenges and development trends are revealed, aiming to provide new insights for the future development of nanocatalysts in catalytic immunotherapy.
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- Xianbo Wu
- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Micro & Nano Materials Interface Science, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China.
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Micro & Nano Materials Interface Science, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China.
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Micro & Nano Materials Interface Science, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China.
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Micro & Nano Materials Interface Science, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China.
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Micro & Nano Materials Interface Science, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China.
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Micro & Nano Materials Interface Science, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China.
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Micro & Nano Materials Interface Science, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China.
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- School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Nanyang Technological University, 21 Nanyang Link, Singapore 637371, Singapore.
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Luo X, Li Q, Wang Y. Piezoelectric Applications of Low-Dimensional Composites and Porous Materials. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 17:844. [PMID: 38399095 PMCID: PMC10890303 DOI: 10.3390/ma17040844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2023] [Revised: 02/03/2024] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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Low-dimensional (LD) materials, with atomically thin anisotropic structures, exhibit remarkable physical and chemical properties, prominently featuring piezoelectricity resulting from the absence of centrosymmetry. This characteristic has led to diverse applications, including sensors, actuators, and micro- and nanoelectromechanical systems. While piezoelectric effects are observed across zero-dimensional (0D), one-dimensional (1D), and two-dimensional (2D) LD materials, challenges such as effective charge separation and crystal structure imperfections limit their full potential. Addressing these issues requires innovative solutions, with the integration of LD materials with polymers, ceramics, metals, and other porous materials proving a key strategy to significantly enhance piezoelectric properties. This review comprehensively covers recent advances in synthesizing and characterizing piezoelectric composites based on LD materials and porous materials. The synergistic combination of LD materials with other substances, especially porous materials, demonstrates notable performance improvements, addressing inherent challenges. The review also explores future directions and challenges in developing these composite materials, highlighting potential applications across various technological domains.
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- Xiaoqiang Luo
- College of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Pingdingshan University, Pingdingshan 467000, China
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- College of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Pingdingshan University, Pingdingshan 467000, China
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- School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW 2751, Australia
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Guirguis A, Yang W, Conlan XA, Kong L, Cahill DM, Wang Y. Boosting Plant Photosynthesis with Carbon Dots: A Critical Review of Performance and Prospects. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2300671. [PMID: 37381636 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202300671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/30/2023]
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Artificially augmented photosynthesis in nano-bionic plants requires tunable nano-antenna structures with physiochemical and optoelectronic properties, as well as unique light conversion capabilities. The use of nanomaterials to promote light capture across photosystems, primarily by carbon dots, has shown promising results in enhancing photosynthesis through tunable uptake, translocation, and biocompatibility. Carbon dots possess the ability to perform both down and up-light conversions, making them effective light promoters for harnessing solar energy beyond visible light wavelengths.This review presents and discusses the recent progress in fabrication, chemistry, and morphology, as well as other properties such as photoluminescence and energy conversion efficiency of nano-antennas based on carbon dots. The performance of artificially boosted photosynthesis is discussed and then correlated with the conversion properties of carbon dots and how they are applied to plant models. The challenges related to the nanomaterial delivery and the performance evaluation practices in modified photosystems, consideration of the reliability of this approach, and the potential avenues for performance improvements through other types of nano-antennas based on alternative nanomaterials are also critically evaluated. It is anticipated that this review will stimulate more high-quality research in plant nano-bionics and provide avenues to enhance photosynthesis for future agricultural applications.
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- Albert Guirguis
- School of Life & Environment Sciences, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, Victoria, 3216, Australia
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- School of Life & Environment Sciences, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, Victoria, 3216, Australia
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- School of Life & Environment Sciences, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, Victoria, 3216, Australia
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- Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, Victoria, 3216, Australia
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- School of Life & Environment Sciences, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, Victoria, 3216, Australia
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- School of Life & Environment Sciences, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, Victoria, 3216, Australia
- School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, 2751, Australia
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Zhao B, Shakouri M, Feng R, Regier T, Zeng Y, Zhang Y, Zhang J, Wang L, Luo JL, Fu XZ. Crystallization Engineering of CuNi 2 S 4 Ultra-Fine Nanocrystals with Optimized Band Structures for Efficient Photocatalytic Pollutant Degradation and Hydrogen Production. SMALL METHODS 2023; 7:e2201612. [PMID: 37452235 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202201612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2022] [Revised: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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The mono-dispersed cubic siegenite CuNi2 S4 ultra-fine (≈5 nm) nanocrystals are fabricated through crystallization engineering under hot injection. The strong hydroxylation on mostly exposed CuNi2 S4 (220) surface leads to the formation of multi-valence (Cu+ , Cu2+ , Ni2+ , Ni3+ ) species with unsaturated hybridization and coordination micro-environments, which can induce rich redox reactions to optimize interfacial kinetics for the adsorbed reaction intermediates. The as-synthesized CuNi2 S4 nanocrystals with ultra-small particle size and the characteristics of being highly dispersed can increase specific surface area and hydroxylated active sites, which considerably contribute to the improvement of photocatalytic activities. Experimental and theoretical studies indicate that the CuNi2 S4 with unique surface condition can properly modulate the charge density distribution and the electronic band structure, thus achieving an optimal band gap for enhancing visible light absorption. Additionally, the strong hydroxylation on CuNi2 S4 (220) surface can not only make the photocatalytic process stable in alkaline environment but also bring about an impurity level between conduction and valence band, which facilitates the separation of photo-induced charge carriers by suppressing the rapid re-combination of exited electrons and holes. The optimization of band structure should be the intrinsic reason for the efficient photocatalytic pollutant degradation and hydrogen production under visible light illumination.
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- Bin Zhao
- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Energy Electrocatalytic Materials, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Polymer Science and Technology, Guangdong Research Center for Interfacial Engineering of Functional Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- Canadian Light Source Inc., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7N 0X4, Canada
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- Canadian Light Source Inc., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7N 0X4, Canada
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- Canadian Light Source Inc., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7N 0X4, Canada
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Energy Electrocatalytic Materials, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Polymer Science and Technology, Guangdong Research Center for Interfacial Engineering of Functional Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- Instrumental Analysis Center of Shenzhen University (Lihu Campus), Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, 350108, China
- Institute for Sustainable Energy, College of Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Energy Electrocatalytic Materials, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Polymer Science and Technology, Guangdong Research Center for Interfacial Engineering of Functional Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Energy Electrocatalytic Materials, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Polymer Science and Technology, Guangdong Research Center for Interfacial Engineering of Functional Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Energy Electrocatalytic Materials, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Polymer Science and Technology, Guangdong Research Center for Interfacial Engineering of Functional Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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He Q, Sheng B, Zhu K, Zhou Y, Qiao S, Wang Z, Song L. Phase Engineering and Synchrotron-Based Study on Two-Dimensional Energy Nanomaterials. Chem Rev 2023; 123:10750-10807. [PMID: 37581572 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.3c00389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/16/2023]
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In recent years, there has been significant interest in the development of two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials with unique physicochemical properties for various energy applications. These properties are often derived from the phase structures established through a range of physical and chemical design strategies. A concrete analysis of the phase structures and real reaction mechanisms of 2D energy nanomaterials requires advanced characterization methods that offer valuable information as much as possible. Here, we present a comprehensive review on the phase engineering of typical 2D nanomaterials with the focus of synchrotron radiation characterizations. In particular, the intrinsic defects, atomic doping, intercalation, and heterogeneous interfaces on 2D nanomaterials are introduced, together with their applications in energy-related fields. Among them, synchrotron-based multiple spectroscopic techniques are emphasized to reveal their intrinsic phases and structures. More importantly, various in situ methods are employed to provide deep insights into their structural evolutions under working conditions or reaction processes of 2D energy nanomaterials. Finally, conclusions and research perspectives on the future outlook for the further development of 2D energy nanomaterials and synchrotron radiation light sources and integrated techniques are discussed.
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- Qun He
- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
- Zhejiang Institute of Photonelectronics, Jinhua, Zhejiang 321004, China
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Sun Z, Liang J, Liu K, Feng X, Wu Y, Zhao Y, Liang Q, Wu J, Li H, Zhai T. Building intercalation structure for high ionic conductivity via aliovalent substitution. Sci Bull (Beijing) 2023; 68:1134-1142. [PMID: 37211492 DOI: 10.1016/j.scib.2023.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Revised: 04/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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Two-dimensional (2D) materials, which possess robust nanochannels, high flux and allow scalable fabrication, provide new platforms for nanofluids. Highly efficient ionic conductivity can facilitate the application of nanofluidic devices for modern energy conversion and ionic sieving. Herein, we propose a novel strategy of building an intercalation crystal structure with negative surface charge and mobile interlamellar ions via aliovalent substitution to boost ionic conductivity. The Li2xM1-xPS3 (M = Cd, Ni, Fe) crystals obtained by the solid-state reaction exhibit distinct capability of water absorption and apparant variation of interlayer spacing (from 0.67 to 1.20 nm). The assembled membranes show the ultrahigh ionic conductivity of 1.20 S/cm for Li0.5Cd0.75PS3 and 1.01 S/cm for Li0.6Ni0.7PS3. This facile strategy may inspire the research in other 2D materials with higher ionic transport performance for nanofluids.
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- Zongdong Sun
- State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Mould Technology, and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Mould Technology, and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Mould Technology, and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Mould Technology, and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Mould Technology, and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Mould Technology, and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Materials Synthesis and Processing, Nanostructure Research Center, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Materials Synthesis and Processing, Nanostructure Research Center, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Mould Technology, and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Mould Technology, and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China.
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Hyun D, Kim J, Ko H, Shin Y, Park J, Bak S, Lee J, Yang J, Boo JH, Lee H. One-Step Synthesis of Transition Metal Dichalcogenide Quantum Dots Using Only Alcohol Solvents for Indoor-Light Photocatalytic Antibacterial Activity. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2023; 6:1970-1980. [PMID: 37134284 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.3c00176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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In this study, we report a one-step direct synthesis of molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) and tungsten disulfide (WS2) quantum dots (QDs) through a solvothermal reaction using only alcohol solvents and efficient Escherichia coli (E. coli) decompositions as photocatalytic antibacterial agents under visible light irradiation. The solvothermal reaction gives the scission of molybdenum-sulfur (Mo-S) and tungsten-sulfur (W-S) bonding during the synthesis of MoS2 and WS2 QDs. Using only alcohol solvent does not require a residue purification process necessary for metal intercalation. As the number of the CH3 groups of alcohol solvents among ethyl, isopropyl, and tert(t)-butyl alcohols increases, the dispersibility of MoS2/WS2 increases. The CH3 groups of alcohols minimize the surface energy, leading to the effective exfoliation and disintegration of the bulk under heat and pressure. The bulky t-butyl alcohol with the highest number of methyl groups shows the highest exfoliation and yield. MoS2 QDs with a lateral size of about 2.5 nm and WS2 QDs of about 10 nm are prepared, exhibiting a strong blue luminescence under 365 nm ultraviolet (UV) light irradiation. Their heights are 0.68-3 and 0.72-5 nm, corresponding to a few layers of MoS2 and WS2, respectively. They offer a highly efficient performance in sterilizing E. coli as the visible-light-driven photocatalyst.
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- Daesun Hyun
- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
- Center for Integrated Nanostructure Physics (CINAP), Institute for Basic Science (IBS), Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Biophysics, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
- Center for Integrated Nanostructure Physics (CINAP), Institute for Basic Science (IBS), Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
- Department of Biophysics, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
- Creative Research Institute, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Korea
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Duan Y, Sun J. Preparation of Iron-Based Sulfides and Their Applications in Biomedical Fields. Biomimetics (Basel) 2023; 8:biomimetics8020177. [PMID: 37218763 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics8020177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Revised: 04/14/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/24/2023] Open
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Recently, iron-based sulfides, including iron sulfide minerals and biological iron sulfide clusters, have attracted widespread interest, owing to their excellent biocompatibility and multi-functionality in biomedical applications. As such, controlled synthesized iron sulfide nanomaterials with elaborate designs, enhanced functionality and unique electronic structures show numerous advantages. Furthermore, iron sulfide clusters produced through biological metabolism are thought to possess magnetic properties and play a crucial role in balancing the concentration of iron in cells, thereby affecting ferroptosis processes. The electrons in the Fenton reaction constantly transfer between Fe2+ and Fe3+, participating in the production and reaction process of reactive oxygen species (ROS). This mechanism is considered to confer advantages in various biomedical fields such as the antibacterial field, tumor treatment, biosensing and the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. Thus, we aim to systematically introduce recent advances in common iron-based sulfides.
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- Yefan Duan
- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Biomaterials and Devices, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Biomaterials and Devices, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210009, China
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Zhang ZN, Hong QL, Wang XH, Huang H, Li SN, Chen Y. Au Nanowires Decorated Ultrathin Co 3 O 4 Nanosheets toward Light-Enhanced Nitrate Electroreduction. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023:e2300530. [PMID: 36971299 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202300530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Nitrate is a reasonable alternative instead of nitrogen for ammonia production due to the low bond energy, large water-solubility, and high chemical polarity for good absorption. Nitrate electroreduction reaction (NO3 RR) is an effective and green strategy for both nitrate treatment and ammonia production. As an electrochemical reaction, the NO3 RR requires an efficient electrocatalyst for achieving high activity and selectivity. Inspired by the enhancement effect of heterostructure on electrocatalysis, Au nanowires decorated ultrathin Co3 O4 nanosheets (Co3 O4 -NS/Au-NWs) nanohybrids are proposed for improving the efficiency of nitrate-to-ammonia electroreduction. Theoretical calculation reveals that Au heteroatoms can effectively adjust the electron structure of Co active centers and reduce the energy barrier of the determining step (*NO → *NOH) during NO3 RR. As the result, the Co3 O4 -NS/Au-NWs nanohybrids achieve an outstanding catalytic performance with high yield rate (2.661 mg h-1 mgcat -1 ) toward nitrate-to-ammonia. Importantly, the Co3 O4 -NS/Au-NWs nanohybrids show an obviously plasmon-promoted activity for NO3 RR due to the localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) property of Au-NWs, which can achieve an enhanced NH3 yield rate of 4.045 mg h-1 mgcat -1 . This study reveals the structure-activity relationship of heterostructure and LSPR-promotion effect toward NO3 RR, which provide an efficient nitrate-to-ammonia reduction with high efficiency.
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- Ze-Nong Zhang
- Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Science of Shaanxi Province, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an, 710062, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an, 710062, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Science of Shaanxi Province, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an, 710062, P. R. China
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- Department of Microsystems, University of South-Eastern Norway, Borre, 3184, Norway
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- Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Science of Shaanxi Province, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an, 710062, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an, 710062, P. R. China
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Review on Metal Chalcogenides and Metal Chalcogenide-Based Nanocomposites in Photocatalytic Applications. CHEMISTRY AFRICA 2023. [DOI: 10.1007/s42250-022-00577-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Synthesis and structure of a 3D supramolecular layered Bi-MOF and its application in photocatalytic degradation of dyes. J Mol Struct 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2022.133895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Rashidi M, Ghasemi F. Thermally oxidized MoS2-based hybrids as superior electrodes for supercapacitor and photoelectrochemical applications. Electrochim Acta 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2022.141379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Li CF, Guo RT, Wu T, Pan WG. Progress and perspectives on 1D nanostructured catalysts applied in photo(electro)catalytic reduction of CO 2. NANOSCALE 2022; 14:16033-16064. [PMID: 36300511 DOI: 10.1039/d2nr04063h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Reducing CO2 into value-added chemicals and fuels by artificial photosynthesis (photocatalysis and photoelectrocatalysis) is one of the considerable solutions to global environmental and energy issues. One-dimensional (1D) nanostructured catalysts (nanowires, nanorods, nanotubes and so on.) have attracted extensive attention due to their superior light-harvesting ability, co-catalyst loading capacity, and high carrier separation rate. This review analyzed the basic principle of the photo(electro)catalytic CO2 reduction reaction (CO2 RR) briefly. The preparation methods and properties of 1D nanostructured catalysts are introduced. Next, the applications of 1D nanostructured catalysts in the field of photo(electro)catalytic CO2 RR are introduced in detail. In particular, we introduced the design of composite catalysts with 1D nanostructures, for example loading 0D, 1D, 2D, and 3D materials on a 1D nanostructured semiconductor to construct a heterojunction to optimize the photo-response range, carrier separation and transport efficiency, CO2 adsorption and activation capacity, and stability of the catalyst. Finally, the development prospects of 1D nanostructured catalysts are discussed and summarized. This review can provide guidance for the rational design of advanced catalysts for photo(electro)catalytic CO2 RR.
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- Chu-Fan Li
- College of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai University of Electric Power, Shanghai 200090, People's Republic of China.
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- College of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai University of Electric Power, Shanghai 200090, People's Republic of China.
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Power Generation Environment Protection, Shanghai 200090, People's Republic of China
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- College of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai University of Electric Power, Shanghai 200090, People's Republic of China.
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- College of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai University of Electric Power, Shanghai 200090, People's Republic of China.
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Power Generation Environment Protection, Shanghai 200090, People's Republic of China
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Clean Preparation of Fe2SiO4 Coated Fe2O3 Integrated With Graphene for Li-ion Storage Application. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2022.130275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Integrated CO2 Capture and Hydrogenation to Produce Formate in Aqueous Amine Solutions Using Pd-Based Catalyst. Catalysts 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/catal12080925] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Integrated CO2 capture and hydrogenation to produce formate offers a sustainable approach for reducing carbon dioxide emissions and producing liquid hydrogen carriers (formate) simultaneously. In the current study, three different types of aqueous amine solutions including monoethanolamine (MEA), diethanolamine (DEA) and triethanolamine (TEA) were investigated as CO2-capturing and hydrogenation agents in the presence of a Pd/NAC catalyst. The effect of amine structures on the CO2 absorption products and formate yield was investigated thoroughly. It was found that the formate product was successfully produced in the presence of all three aqueous amine solutions, with tertiary amine TEA accounting for the highest formate yield under the same CO2 loadings. This is due to the fact that primary and secondary amine moieties in MEA and DEA are responsible for the formation of CO2 adducts of carbamate and bicarbonate, whereas the tertiary amine moiety in TEA is responsible for the formation of hydrogenation-favorable bicarbonate as the solo CO2 absorption product. A high yield of formate of 82.6% was achieved when hydrogenating 3 M TEA with 0.3 mol CO2/mol amine solution in the presence of a Pd/NAC catalyst. In addition, the physio-chemical properties of the Pd/NAC catalyst analyzed using TEM, XRD and XPS characterization were applied to rationalize the superior catalytic performance of the catalyst. The reaction mechanism of integrated CO2 capture and hydrogenation to produce formate in aqueous amine solutions over Pd/NAC catalyst was proposed as well.
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The past one and a half decades have witnessed the tremendous progress of two-dimensional (2D) crystals, including graphene, transition-metal dichalcogenides, black phosphorus, MXenes, hexagonal boron nitride, etc., in a variety of fields. The key to their success is their unique structural, electrical, mechanical and optical properties. Herein, this paper gives a comprehensive summary on the recent advances in 2D materials for optoelectronic approaches with the emphasis on the morphology and structure, optical properties, synthesis methods, as well as detailed optoelectronic applications. Additionally, the challenges and perspectives in the current development of 2D materials are also summarized and indicated. Therefore, this review can provide a reference for further explorations and innovations of 2D material-based optoelectronics devices.
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Yang M, Ye Z, Iqbal MA, Liang H, Zeng YJ. Progress on two-dimensional binary oxide materials. NANOSCALE 2022; 14:9576-9608. [PMID: 35766429 DOI: 10.1039/d2nr01076c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Two-dimensional van der Waals (2D vdW) materials have attracted much attention because of their unique electronic and optical properties. Since the successful isolation of graphene in 2004, many interesting 2D materials have emerged, including elemental olefins (silicene, germanene, etc.), transition metal chalcogenides, transition metal carbides (nitrides), hexagonal boron, etc. On the other hand, 2D binary oxide materials are an important group in the 2D family owing to their high structural diversity, low cost, high stability, and strong adjustability. This review systematically summarizes the research progress on 2D binary oxide materials. We discuss their composition and structure in terms of vdW and non-vdW categories in detail, followed by a discussion of their synthesis methods. In particular, we focus on strategies to tailor the properties of 2D oxides and their emerging applications in different fields. Finally, the challenges and future developments of 2D binary oxides are provided.
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- Manli Yang
- Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518052, Guangdong, China.
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- College of New Materials and New Energies, Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, Guangdong, China
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- Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518052, Guangdong, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518052, Guangdong, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518052, Guangdong, China.
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Aggarwal M, Shetti NP, Basu S, Aminabhavi TM. Two-dimensional ultrathin metal-based nanosheets for photocatalytic CO 2 conversion to solar fuels. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2022; 313:114916. [PMID: 35367674 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2022.114916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2022] [Revised: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 03/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Artificially simulated photosynthesis has created substantial curiosity as the majority of efforts in this arena have been aimed to upsurge solar fuel efficiencies for commercialization. The layered inorganic 2D nanosheets offer considerably higher tunability of their chemical surface, physicochemical properties and catalytic activity. Despites the intrinsic advantages of such metal-based materials viz., metal oxides, transition metal dichalcogenides, metal oxyhalides, metal organic frameworks, layered double hydroxide, MXene's, boron nitride, black phosphorous and perovskites, studies on such systems are limited for applications in photocatalytic CO2 reduction. The role of metal-based layers for CO2 conversion and new strategies such as surface modifications, defect generation and heterojunctions to optimize their functionalities are discussed in this review. Research prospects and technical challenges for future developments of layered 2D metal-based nanomaterials are critically discussed.
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- Maansi Aggarwal
- School of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, 147004, India
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- School of Advanced Sciences, KLE Technological University, Hubballi, 580031, Karnataka, India.
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- School of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, 147004, India
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- School of Advanced Sciences, KLE Technological University, Hubballi, 580031, Karnataka, India.
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Liu J, Zhang X, Wang J, Gu L, Chu PK, Yu XF. Global Structure Search for New 2D PtSSe Allotropes and Their Potential for Thermoelectirc and Piezoelectric applications. Chem Phys Lett 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cplett.2022.139913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Dlamini MC, Dlamini ML, Mente P, Tlhaole B, Erasmus R, Maubane-Nkadimeng MS, Moma JA. Photocatalytic abatement of phenol on amorphous TiO2-BiOBr-bentonite heterostructures under visible light irradiation. J IND ENG CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jiec.2022.04.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Wang W, Yue J, Chu Y, Ma Z, He X, Zhao H, Duan J. Co-doped amorphous MoSx supported on CuO/CM (Cu mesh) with enhanced photocatalytic activity for ammonia synthesis. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2022.128787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Afrin S, Khan MW, Haque E, Ren B, Ou JZ. Recent advances in the tuning of the organic framework materials - The selections of ligands, reaction conditions, and post-synthesis approaches. J Colloid Interface Sci 2022; 623:378-404. [PMID: 35594596 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2022.05.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Organic framework materials, particularly metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), graphene-organic frameworks (GOFs), and covalent organic frameworks (COFs), have led to the revolution across fields including catalysts, sensors, gas capture, and biology mainly owing to their ultra-high surface area-to-volume ratio, on-demand tunable crystal structures, and unique surface properties. While the wet chemistry routes have been the predominant synthesis approach, the crystal phase, morphological parameters, and physicochemical properties of organic framework materials are largely affected by various synthesis parameters and precursors. In this work, we specifically review the influences of synthesis parameters towards crystal structures and chemical compositions of organic framework materials, including selected ligand types and lengths, reaction temperature/solvent/reactant compositions, as well as post-synthesis modification approaches. More importantly, the subsequent impacts on the general electronic, mechanical, surface chemical, and thermal properties as well as the consequent variation in performances towards catalytic, desalination, gas sensing, and gas storage applications are critically discussed. Finally, the current challenges and prospects of organic framework materials are provided.
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- Sanjida Afrin
- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia; School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310018, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Technologies of Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, China.
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- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia; Key Laboratory of Advanced Technologies of Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, China.
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Two-Dimensional Nanomaterial-based catalytic Medicine: Theories, advanced catalyst and system design. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2022; 184:114241. [PMID: 35367308 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2022.114241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2021] [Revised: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 03/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Two-dimensional nanomaterial-based catalytic medicines that associate the superiorities of novel catalytic mechanisms with nanotechnology have emerged as absorbing therapeutic strategies for cancer therapy. Catalytic medicines featuring high efficiency and selectivity have been widely used as effective anticancer strategies without applying traditional nonselective and highly toxic chemodrugs. Moreover, two-dimensional nanomaterials are characterized by distinctive physicochemical properties, such as a sizeable bandgap, good conductivity, fast electron transfer and photoelectrochemical activity. The introduction of two-dimensional nanomaterials into catalytic medicine provides a more effective, controllable, and precise antitumor strategy. In this review, different types of two-dimensional nanomaterial-based catalytic nanomedicines are generalized, and their catalytic theories, advanced catalytic pathways and catalytic nanosystem design are also discussed in detail. Notably, future challenges and obstacles in the design and further clinical transformation of two-dimensional nanomaterial-based catalytic nanomedicine are prospected.
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Elucidating the pseudocapacitive mechanism of ternary Co-Ni-B electrodes–Towards miniaturization and superior electrochemical performance for building outmatched supercapacitors. Electrochim Acta 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2022.140003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Xie H, Li Z, Cheng L, Haidry AA, Tao J, Xu Y, Xu K, Ou JZ. Recent advances in the fabrication of 2D metal oxides. iScience 2022; 25:103598. [PMID: 35005545 PMCID: PMC8717458 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2021.103598] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Atomically thin two-dimensional (2D) metal oxides exhibit unique optical, electrical, magnetic, and chemical properties, rendering them a bright application prospect in high-performance smart devices. Given the large variety of both layered and non-layered 2D metal oxides, the controllable synthesis is the critical prerequisite for enabling the exploration of their great potentials. In this review, recent progress in the synthesis of 2D metal oxides is summarized and categorized. Particularly, a brief overview of categories and crystal structures of 2D metal oxides is firstly introduced, followed by a critical discussion of various synthesis methods regarding the growth mechanisms, advantages, and limitations. Finally, the existing challenges are presented to provide possible future research directions regarding the synthesis of 2D metal oxides. This work can provide useful guidance on developing innovative approaches for producing both 2D layered and non-layered nanostructures and assist with the acceleration of the research of 2D metal oxides.
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- Huaguang Xie
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Technologies of Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Technologies of Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Technologies of Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, China
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- College of Materials Science and Technology, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing 211106, China
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- College of Materials Science and Technology, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing 211106, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330031, China
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- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne 3000, Australia
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Technologies of Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, China
- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne 3000, Australia
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Light-induced halogen defects as dynamic active sites for CO2 photoreduction to CO with 100% selectivity. Sci Bull (Beijing) 2022; 67:1137-1144. [DOI: 10.1016/j.scib.2022.01.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2021] [Revised: 12/23/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Li C, Gu M, Gao M, Liu K, Zhao X, Cao N, Feng J, Ren Y, Wei T, Zhang M. N-doping TiO 2 hollow microspheres with abundant oxygen vacancies for highly photocatalytic nitrogen fixation. J Colloid Interface Sci 2021; 609:341-352. [PMID: 34896834 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2021.11.180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2021] [Revised: 11/24/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Photocatalytic fixation of nitrogen to ammonia (NH3) is a green but low-efficiency technology due to the high recombination of photo-generated carriers and poor light absorption of photocatalysts. Generally, the adsorption capacity for N2 and the band position of TiO2 are responsible for bandgap, light-adsorption, and the separation of photocarriers. Therefore, they play crucial roles to improve catalytic activity. Herein, N-doping TiO2 hollow microspheres (NTO-0.5) with oxygen vacancies were synthesized via a hydrothermal method using phenolic resin microsphere as a template. The obtained NTO-0.5 achieves an impressive ammonia yield of 80.09 μmol gcat-1h-1. Oxygen vacancies of NTO-0.5 were confirmed by ESR, Raman, XPS, Zeta potential, and H2O2 treatment for reducing oxygen vacancies. The ammonia yield of NTO-0.5 decreases to 34.78 μmol gcat-1h-1 after reducing oxygen vacancies by H2O2 treatment, which demonstrates the importance of oxygen vacancies. The oxygen vacancies narrow the bandgap from 3.18 eV to 2.83 eV and impede the recombination of photo-generated carriers. The hollow microspheres structure is conducive to light absorption and utilization. Therefore, the synergistic effect between the oxygen vacancies and the hollow microspheres structure boosts the efficiency of photocatalytic nitrogen fixation. After four cycles, the ammonia production yield still maintains at 76.52 μmol gcat-1h-1, meaning high stability. This work provides a new insight into the construction of catalysts with oxygen vacancies to enhance photocatalytic nitrogen fixation performance.
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- Chang Li
- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East China), Qingdao 266580, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory for Photonic and Electronic Bandgap Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Harbin Normal University, Harbin 150025, PR China
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Abdul Nasir J, Munir A, Ahmad N, Haq TU, Khan Z, Rehman Z. Photocatalytic Z-Scheme Overall Water Splitting: Recent Advances in Theory and Experiments. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2021; 33:e2105195. [PMID: 34617345 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202105195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2021] [Revised: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Photocatalytic water splitting is considered one of the most important and appealing approaches for the production of green H2 to address the global energy demand. The utmost possible form of artificial photosynthesis is a two-step photoexcitation known as "Z-scheme", which mimics the natural photosystem. This process solely relies on the effective coupling and suitable band positions of semiconductors (SCs) and redox mediators for the purpose to catalyze the surface chemical reactions and significantly deter the backward reaction. In recent years, the Z-scheme strategies and their key role have been studied progressively through experimental approaches. In addition, theoretical studies based on density functional theory have provided detailed insight into the mechanistic aspects of some breathtakingly complex problems associated with hydrogen evolution reaction and oxygen evolution reaction. In this context, this critical review gives an overview of the fundamentals of Z-scheme photocatalysis, including both theoretical and experimental advancements in the field of photocatalytic water splitting, and suggests future perspectives.
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- Jamal Abdul Nasir
- Kathleen Lonsdale Materials Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University College London, 20 Gordon Street, London, WC1H 0AJ, UK
- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Sialkot, 1 Km, main Daska road, Sialkot, Punjab, 51310, Pakistan
- Department of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, SBA School of Science & Engineering, Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), DHA, Lahore, 54792, Pakistan
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Faculty of Life Science and Medicine, King's College London, 150 Stamford Street, London, SE1 9NH, UK
- University of Swat. Charbagh, Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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- Sustainable Energy Engineering, Frank H. Dotterweich College of Engineering, Texas A&M University, Kingsville, TX, 78363-8202, USA
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- Kathleen Lonsdale Materials Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University College London, 20 Gordon Street, London, WC1H 0AJ, UK
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- Kathleen Lonsdale Materials Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University College London, 20 Gordon Street, London, WC1H 0AJ, UK
- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan
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Chen P, Li K, Lei B, Chen L, Cui W, Sun Y, Zhang W, Zhou Y, Dong F. Crystal-Structure-Dependent Photocatalytic Redox Activity and Reaction Pathways over Ga 2O 3 Polymorphs. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2021; 13:50975-50987. [PMID: 34665608 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c14920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Differentiated crystal structures generally affect the surface physicochemical properties of catalysts, causing variety in catalytic activity between polymorphs. However, the underlying mechanism has not been completely revealed, especially the influence of surface physicochemical properties on photocatalytic redox activity and the reaction mechanism. In this work, we reveal the mechanism of surface redox properties on different crystal forms of gallium oxide from a molecular level. α-Ga2O3 and β-Ga2O3 exhibit a slight difference in catalytic oxidation of organic pollutants due to comprehensive influencing factors, including their valence band position, reactive oxygen species, and pore structure properties related to the adsorption-reaction-desorption process. But the catalytic reduction ability of CO2 is obviously different due to the large differences of interaction between the surface of crystal structures and CO2 molecules, which are critical to determine the catalytic performance and reaction pathways. The enhanced adsorption and activation of CO2 on the α-Ga2O3 surface could promote the reduction reaction efficiency. Moreover, the large energy barrier of CH2* formation on β-Ga2O3 makes the formation of methane (CH4) relatively difficult compared to that on α-Ga2O3. The yield rate of CH4 (1.8 μmol·g-1·h-1) on α-Ga2O3 is three times better than that on β-Ga2O3 (CH4: 0.6 μmol·g-1·h-1). The current findings can offer novel insights into the understanding of crystal-structure-dependent photocatalytic performances and the design of new catalysts applied in energy conversion and environmental purification by crystal structure-tuning.
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- Peng Chen
- The Center of New Energy Materials and Technology, School of New Energy and Materials, Southwest Petroleum University, Chengdu 610500, China
- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (Huzhou) & Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Huzhou 313001, China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (Huzhou) & Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Huzhou 313001, China
- College of Architecture and Environment, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (Huzhou) & Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Huzhou 313001, China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (Huzhou) & Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Huzhou 313001, China
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- The Center of New Energy Materials and Technology, School of New Energy and Materials, Southwest Petroleum University, Chengdu 610500, China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (Huzhou) & Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Huzhou 313001, China
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- Department of Scientific Research Management, Chongqing Normal University, Chongqing 401331, China
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- The Center of New Energy Materials and Technology, School of New Energy and Materials, Southwest Petroleum University, Chengdu 610500, China
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- The Center of New Energy Materials and Technology, School of New Energy and Materials, Southwest Petroleum University, Chengdu 610500, China
- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (Huzhou) & Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Huzhou 313001, China
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Guo SL, Lai SN, Wu JM. Strain-Induced Ferroelectric Heterostructure Catalysts of Hydrogen Production through Piezophototronic and Piezoelectrocatalytic System. ACS NANO 2021; 15:16106-16117. [PMID: 34543011 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.1c04774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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In this work, we discover a piezoelectrocatalytic system composed of a ferroelectric heterostructure of BaTiO3 (BTO)@MoSe2 nanosheets, which exhibit piezoelectric potential (piezopotential) coupling with electrocatalyzed effects by a strain-induced piezopotential to provide an internal bias to the catalysts' surface; subsequently, the catalytic properties are substantially altered to enable the formation of activity states. The H2 production rate of BTO@MoSe2 for the piezoelectrocatalytic H2 generation is 4533 μmol h-1 g-1, which is 206% that of TiO2@MoSe2 for piezophototronic (referred to as piezophotocatalytic process) H2 generation (∼2195.6 μmol h-1 g-1). BTO@MoSe2 presents a long-term H2 production rate of 21.2 mmol g-1 within 8 h, which is the highest recorded value under piezocatalytic conditions. The theoretical and experimental results indicate that the ferroelectric BTO acts as a strain-induced electric field generator while the few-layered MoSe2 is facilitating piezocatalytic redox reactions on its active sites. This is a promising method for environmental remediation and clean energy development.
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- Syuan-Lin Guo
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National Tsing Hua University, 101, Section 2 Kuang Fu Road, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National Tsing Hua University, 101, Section 2 Kuang Fu Road, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National Tsing Hua University, 101, Section 2 Kuang Fu Road, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan
- High Entropy Materials Center, National Tsing Hua University, 101, Section 2 Kuang Fu Road, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan
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Sharifi Malvajerdi S, Abrari M, Karimi V, Shafiee M, Ghollamhosseini S, Taheri Ghahrizjani R, Ahmadi M, Wang D, Sun H, Soltanmohammadi M, Imani A, Ghanaatshoar M, Mohseni SM, Taghavinia N. High-Voltage, High-Current Electrical Switching Discharge Synthesis of ZnO Nanorods: A New Method toward Rapid and Highly Tunable Synthesis of Oxide Semiconductors in Open Air and Water for Optoelectronic Applications. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2021; 13:46951-46966. [PMID: 34547200 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c08207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
Abstract
A novel method of oxide semiconductor nanoparticle synthesis is proposed based on high-voltage, high-current electrical switching discharge (HVHC-ESD). Through a subsecond discharge in the HVHC-ESD method, we successfully synthesized zinc oxide (ZnO) nanorods. Crystallography and optical and electrical analyses approve the high crystal-quality and outstanding optoelectronic characteristics of our synthesized ZnO. The HVHC-ESD method enables the synthesis of ZnO nanorods with ultraviolet (UV) and visible emissions. To demonstrate the effectiveness of our prepared materials, we also fabricated two UV photodetectors based on the ZnO nanorods synthesized using the subsecond HVHC-ESD method. The UV-photodetector test under dark and UV light irradiation also had a promising result with a linear ohmic current-voltage output. In addition to the HVHC-ESD method's excellent tunability for ZnO properties, this method enables the rapid synthesis of ZnO nanorods in open air and water. The results demonstrate the preparation, highlight the synthesis of fine hexagonal-shaped nanorods under a second with controlled oxygen vacancies, and point defects for a wide range of applications in less than a second.
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- Laser and Plasma Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran 1983969411, Iran
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- Laser and Plasma Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran 1983969411, Iran
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- Laser and Plasma Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran 1983969411, Iran
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- Laser and Plasma Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran 1983969411, Iran
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- Laser and Plasma Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran 1983969411, Iran
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- School of Microelectronics, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- School of Microelectronics, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- Laser and Plasma Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran 1983969411, Iran
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- Laser and Plasma Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran 1983969411, Iran
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- Laser and Plasma Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran 1983969411, Iran
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- Department of Physics, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran 11155-9161, Iran
- Institute for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran 14588-89694, Iran
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Hu Z, Zhang T, Lv L, Chen Y, Zhong B, Tang S. Extraction performance and mechanism of TBP in the separation of Fe3+ from wet-processing phosphoric acid. Sep Purif Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2021.118822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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